Pip Pip Hooray!
Last updated: 19/09/2006 - 12:12
A female army captain has become the first servicewoman to successfully pass the arduous All-Arms Commando Course.
A female Army officer, Captain Pip Tattersall, has become the first servicewoman to successfully pass the arduous All-Arms Commando Course (AACC) and win the coveted Royal Marine Commandos green beret.
Captain Tattersall, who serves with the Adjutant General's Corps, first attempted the course in March 2001. She made a second attempt in July 2001, but suffered a back injury, which forced her to withdraw - returning this year for a third and ultimately successful attempt. Her previous progress on the course entitled her to join at week five of the programme.
Demanding Tests
Having successfully completed the demanding tests, including a 30-mile endurance test, and the combined 'Tarzan' and Assault Courses, she was awarded the Green Beret. She will now be qualified to serve with the support units of 3 Commando Brigade.
Clearing a wall on the assault course, the last hurdle between Captain Tattersall and successfully completing the Commando Course.
The army AACC lasts ten weeks and involves prospective Royal Marine Commandos learning the military skills that will be required when they are deployed. A significant part of the training is building up physical endurance and stamina, as well as honing personal skills, culminating in the arduous commando tests.
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